Safety
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RES-5008
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3.1.1
Meaning of the signal words
The following signal words indicate the risk of personal injury and property damage:
3.1.2
Structure of section-related warnings
Section-related warnings apply to a section, a course of action or a specific procedure. They don't just apply to
a specific act. The hazard symbols used indicate a general or specific hazard.
Section-related warnings are structured as follows:
3.1.3
Structure of embedded warnings
Embedded warnings refer to a specific part within a paragraph. These warning notices apply to information units
smaller than the section-related warning notices.
Embedded warnings are structured as follows:
SIGNAL WORD
Instructions to avoid a dangerous situation
3.1.4
Meaning of the hazard symbols
The hazard symbols in the warning notices have the following meanings:
Signal word
Importance
Imminent danger
Consequence: Death or serious injuries
Possibly imminent danger
Consequence: Death or serious injuries
Possibly imminent danger
Consequence: Slight or minor injuries
Possibly imminent danger
Consequence: Damage to property
or environment
Hazard
symbol
SIGNAL WORD
Type of danger and possible consequences
Measures to avert the danger
Warning of a danger point or dangerous situation
Warning of electrical voltage
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
ATTENTION